Nissin Cup Noodles commercials: A roundup of buzzworthy ads featuring outlandish, over-the-top direction.
Nissin Cup Noodles, a classic product that’s practically synonymous with instant ramen, is something many people have probably tried at least once.
In this article, we’ll be introducing some of those familiar Cup Noodles commercials!
When it comes to Nissin Cup Noodles ads, their defining feature is definitely their over-the-top, outlandish direction.
Sometimes you might even think, “Isn’t this going a bit too far?”—but that bold approach is what makes them so entertaining, and they’ve got lots of fans.
We’ve gathered a bunch of commercials that have aired over the years, so take this opportunity to check them out again.
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Nissin Cup Noodles commercials: A roundup of standout ads featuring outlandish direction that’s become a hot topic (21–30)
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles “FREEDOM” Version
As part of the FREEDOM-PROJECT, this is one of the commercials that aired between 2006 and 2008.
The animation, created with Katsuhiro Otomo—known as the author of Akira—was used, and many viewers likely paid close attention to its animation style and story.
Even now, watching it is exciting—it’s a captivating commercial.
The BGM features Hikaru Utada’s 2007 release “Kiss & Cry,” a love song with strikingly unique lyrics that even include the words “Nissin Cup Noodles!”
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles This one-of-a-kind flavor in the world “GLAY” version
It was released in 1997 as GLAY’s 12th single.
The song became GLAY’s first million-selling hit, and it sparked a streak in which their next five singles also sold over a million copies.
Since August 25, 2010, it has been used in Nissin Foods’ Cup Noodles commercials.
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Nissin Foods Cup Noodles This flavor is one-of-a-kind in the world: “MISIA” Edition
This is a parody version, created specifically for this commercial, of a famous MISIA song that is widely used and loved in various contexts.
The original song has been covered by many artists across different dramas and generations, but this parody, like the original, features a beautiful, soaring vocal performance that is in no way inferior to MISIA’s own rendition.
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles SURVIVE: Battle with the Real Beasts
The SURVUVE series episode “Battle with the Real-Beast” depicts facing difficulties with a comedic touch.
It plays on the slang riajuu—short for “having a fulfilling real life,” meaning someone with a rich private life—by portraying them as “real beasts.” In the commercial, the real beast is a shark reminiscent of Jaws, depicted as an obnoxious riajuu who flaunts how great their personal life is.
The sharply cynical tone is highly relatable and is sure to make you chuckle.
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles SURVIVE “First Group Date” Edition
One of the SURVIVE series that aired in 2013, the “First Group Date” episode.
It depicts a scene of gladiatorial combat with wild beasts in the Colosseum, portraying a man attending his first group date as a warrior and the assertive women as wild beasts.
From the inexperienced men’s remarks and the women’s reactions to them, to the heckling from the spectators, it’s a hilarious commercial packed with highlights.
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles “7 SAMURAI” Version
This commercial, which shows samurai in armor doing extreme sports, aired in 2016.
It’s striking to see them coolly pulling off activities that don’t typically go with the image of samurai—like surfing, skateboarding, BMX, skiing, and slacklining.
I’ve heard this commercial was rolled out not only in Japan but overseas as a global campaign, and it’s a fitting piece to showcase the appeal of Japan!
Nissin Foods Cup Noodles: 'Samurai in Brazil' Version
This is a commercial that aired in 2014, featuring a lone samurai who appears in Brazil and shows off his soccer skills.
His acrobatic freestyle football performance and brilliant dribbling excite the locals.
It’s a cool commercial that presents a Japanese brand to the world.
The background music features a Tsugaru shamisen performance by the second Miyama Mitsumasa, enhancing the distinctly Japanese coolness of the visuals through the music as well.